I’m a bilingual (English / Japanese) director, producer, and visual storyteller based in Japan, working with global brands, agencies, and international teams to produce cinematic video and photography. I specialize in helping foreign companies execute creative projects in Japan without language or production friction — from concept and planning to on-the-ground production and final delivery. My experience spans: Brand films & commercial content Documentary & editorial storytelling Corporate, recruiting, and internal communications I often work as a director, producer, or local production partner, handling: Creative development & direction Production management & logistics Local crew sourcing, locations, and permits Bilingual communication across teams Clients value me for being calm, reliable, and easy to work with, especially when projects involve tight timelines, cross-cultural teams, or complex shoots in Japan. If you’re a foreign company or agency looking for a trusted production partner in Japan, feel free to reach out — always happy to connect. 📍 Based in Japan 🎥 Available for projects across Japan & APAC 📩 Open to collaborations & long-term partnerships

JOSEPH BYRNES

I’m a bilingual (English / Japanese) director, producer, and visual storyteller based in Japan, working with global brands, agencies, and international teams to produce cinematic video and photography. I specialize in helping foreign companies execute creative projects in Japan without language or production friction — from concept and planning to on-the-ground production and final delivery. My experience spans: Brand films & commercial content Documentary & editorial storytelling Corporate, recruiting, and internal communications I often work as a director, producer, or local production partner, handling: Creative development & direction Production management & logistics Local crew sourcing, locations, and permits Bilingual communication across teams Clients value me for being calm, reliable, and easy to work with, especially when projects involve tight timelines, cross-cultural teams, or complex shoots in Japan. If you’re a foreign company or agency looking for a trusted production partner in Japan, feel free to reach out — always happy to connect. 📍 Based in Japan 🎥 Available for projects across Japan & APAC 📩 Open to collaborations & long-term partnerships

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I’m a bilingual (English / Japanese) director, producer, and visual storyteller based in Japan, working with global brands, agencies, and international teams to produce cinematic video and photography.

I specialize in helping foreign companies execute creative projects in Japan without language or production friction — from concept and planning to on-the-ground production and final delivery.

My experience spans:

Brand films & commercial content

Documentary & editorial storytelling

Corporate, recruiting, and internal communications

I often work as a director, producer, or local production partner, handling:

Creative development & direction

Production management & logistics

Local crew sourcing, locations, and permits

Bilingual communication across teams

Clients value me for being calm, reliable, and easy to work with, especially when projects involve tight timelines, cross-cultural teams, or complex shoots in Japan.

If you’re a foreign company or agency looking for a trusted production partner in Japan, feel free to reach out — always happy to connect.

📍 Based in Japan
🎥 Available for projects across Japan & APAC
📩 Open to collaborations & long-term partnerships

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English
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Education

Bachelor of Business Administration at Old Dominion University
January 11, 2030 - February 2, 2026

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